Built with forward momentum in mind, the Mass Sling combines the support of a backpack with the convenience of a courier bag. The sling design positions the Mass’s load right behind your shoulders, preserving your arm and torso mobility. A simple spin of the single strap provides access to all your gear. Sized to hold today’s mobile electronics, the main compartment opens with a side zipper to expose three pockets inside, including a padded one for a phone. A padded sleeve protects most 13" laptops or tablets. For carrying comfort, a molded back panel sheds moisture and allows a cooling airflow, and breathable, 3-D spacer mesh pads the shoulder straps to keep you cool. Exterior features include a reflective panel and lash point for attaching a light. The body is made of 8.4-oz 600-denier 100% recycled polyester and lined with slick 3.3-oz 200-denier 100% polyester; both have a polyurethane coating and a DWR (durable water repellent) finish.

Recycled polyester body fabric offers a perfect balance of weight and durability for everyday use

Recycled Polyester

In 1993, we adopted fleece into our product line made from post consumer recycled (PCR) plastic soda bottles. We were the first outdoor clothing manufacturer to do so. PCR® clothing was a positive step towards a more sustainable system – one that uses fewer resources, discards less and better protects people’s health.

Today, we’re able to utilize more sources for recycled polyester and offer it on more garments such as Capilene® baselayers, shell jackets, board shorts, and fleece. We now recycle used soda bottles, unusable manufacturing waste, and worn out garments (including our own) into polyester fibers to produce many of our clothes.

Water Resistant

DWR (durable water repellent) fabric finish repels light rain and snow and decreases dry times. When DWR is used in conjunction with a waterproof/breathable barrier, the DWR finish keeps the outer fabric from becoming saturated so that the breathable barrier can do its job.

The Footprint Chronicles®

We promote fair labor practices, safe working conditions and environmental responsibility throughout the Patagonia supply chain.Below are the suppliers that impact the Patagonia Mass Sling 9LView our supply chain